It's ok to shoot 2-3/4" shells and 3" in that shotgun, I've got the same shotgun in 20 and 12 gauge.
Even Wal-Mart has slip on recoil pads for cheap. They come in different sizes and it does'nt have to be a permanent fixture. Try to find some lower powered target loads too.Thanks guys. I actually went shooting trap last night with it. It wasn't for me, but I was letting my friend shoot for the first time with it (She's 5'2", 100lbs) Even for a 20ga, it still recoils a lot. I'm not a big shotgun person, so help me out here: Can I put a newer recoil pad on it? Like a really soft one? How do you know if one is going to fit?
You can buy a Past Recoil Shield, which is a slip on shoulder pad, to reduce recoil and save having to mess with the gun. I use one for shooting big bore rifles because I bruise, easily, and they work great. There is even a model just for women that can be worn under a top.Thanks guys. I actually went shooting trap last night with it. It wasn't for me, but I was letting my friend shoot for the first time with it (She's 5'2", 100lbs) Even for a 20ga, it still recoils a lot. I'm not a big shotgun person, so help me out here: Can I put a newer recoil pad on it? Like a really soft one? How do you know if one is going to fit?